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Can the Stress of Ambition be Holding You Back?

In the 21st century, obtaining wealth and success is the driving force behind most individuals’ ambitions. This is because of the popular misconception that money can buy happiness and leave you content and at peace. Everyone has a sense of ambition driving them to study, work, and be contributing members of society. Yet, it’s important to acknowledge this driving force’s potential impact on our well-being. One aspect to consider is the prevalence of chronic stress, which affects millions annually.

Our modern lifestyle is very demanding and often requires you to juggle multiple commitments between work, family, and personal time, which is usually the root cause of stress. Many times ambitious individuals tend to prioritize their careers to the extent that they make decisions that negatively impact their health. By doing this they sacrifice health with stress and other health issues reducing productivity.

Amidst the hustle of ambitious pursuits, it’s easy to overlook the conscious self-care practices that contribute to our overall wellness. Whether it’s opting for convenient yet less nutritious meals during busy workdays or finding it challenging to prioritize exercise due to time constraints, ambition can sometimes overshadow these crucial activities. Additionally, individuals driven by ambition may view practices like prioritizing sleep and relaxation techniques such as meditation as once-in-a-while indulgences.

Dharana at Shillim, a luxury wellness retreat, not only offers stress-relieving activities while being enveloped in nature but also guides you on how to prioritize your wellness and deal with stress through conscious choices.

Dharana at Shillim’s holistic approach to wellness allows you to embark on your Journey to Conscious Being. Dharana’s approach entails guiding you to make purposeful health-conscious decisions with every step of your wellness journey. By focusing your time and energy towards wellness through simple lifestyle changes, you can evolve into a healthier version of yourself with Dharana’s Way of Life. Additionally, identifying health risks and prioritizing your health while being truly present in a natural healing environment like the Dharana is the key to your stress relief. Take a break from the constant pressures of ambition to pause, reflect, and reconnect with nature and yourself by participating in our inclusive wellness programmes.

As the cycle of stress and burnout hinders your ability to achieve your ambitious goals, the Dharana Resilience Programme helps address the underlying causes of your stress and provides a daily routine (Dincharya) that focuses on healing activities intertwined with nature.

This programme is designed to help individuals unwind, reset, and develop stress-reducing coping techniques to deal with life’s challenges. The personalized programme is a combination of wellness practices and immersive experiences in nature that help manage stress and cultivate a sense of balance through a Gut-Brain Axis theory. The theory highlights the interconnectedness of the mind and gut and the importance of keeping both healthy simultaneously.

You can prioritize your mental health with wellness practices like calming Shirodhara, introspective Shinrin Yoku, and Pranayama meditation. Indulge in sustainably sourced culinary masterpieces that manage your nutritional needs while engaging in light, rejuvenating exercises like a Trek to the Shillim Peak, an inquisitive bird-watching session, and therapeutic clay molding. Additionally, wellness talks with our experts guide your wellness journey even after the retreat. Through these practices, you can reduce stress, improve mental clarity, and enhance your overall quality of life.

Don’t sacrifice your health for your ambition. Make purposive decisions to prioritize your health above your ambition through health-conscious choices and discover holistic techniques to manage stressful situations in your daily life. Begin your wellness journey two hours away from the cityscapes of Mumbai and Pune at Dharana!

Dharana Ayurvedic Panchakarma

For life-changing physical and emotional purification

Minimum length of stay: 14/21/28 nights

The ultimate in holistic cleansing systems. This legendary system of detoxification is taken to the next level at Dharana. Using our unique Ayurvedic analysis methods, which combine both manual pulse diagnosis with scientific Naadi Tarangini technology, we first determine the imbalances of your dosha – the three bio-energetic principles which make up every human body. This enables us to then determine the Prakruthi and Vikruthi of each individual, which is the gateway to establishing your innate constitution and where you have been drawn out of balance by everything from emotional stress to how you eat and exercise.

 

Programme inclusions

FAQ

 Following a prescribed pre-Panchakarma diet can enhance the effectiveness of the programme & prepare the body for the programme. Our team will provide you with detailed pre-cleanse recommendations tailored to your individual needs.

 Yes, you can still engage in gentle physical activities like yoga during Panchakarma. However, we recommend avoiding strenuous exercises to ensure your body can fully utilise the energy to heal during the detoxification process.

  We encourage guests to prioritise their wellbeing during their stay, and we understand the need to balance work commitments. Our tranquil environment and supportive staff will facilitate your ability to work remotely, if necessary.

   Our Ayurvedic practitioners are highly qualified and experienced in Panchakarma therapies. They hold degrees and certifications in Ayurveda and are dedicated to providing personalised care throughout your journey.

It is normal to experience mild discomfort or detoxification reactions, sometimes referred to as a ‘healing crisis,’ during Panchakarma. Our team will closely monitor your progress and provide gentle remedies and support to alleviate any discomfort.

 Before starting Panchakarma, we will conduct a thorough assessment of your medical history and current medications to ensure your safety. Certain medications may need to be temporarily discontinued during the programme to prevent interactions.

The experience of Panchakarma varies for each individual, but you may initially feel a mix of physical and emotional effects as your body undergoes detoxification, sometimes referred to as a ‘healing crisis’.

Weight loss can occur as a natural side effect of Panchakarma due to the elimination of toxins and improved digestion. However, the primary goal of the programme is holistic purification and rejuvenation rather than solely weight loss.

Following Panchakarma, we recommend gradually reintroducing nourishing foods that are easy to digest. Our team will provide you with post-cleanse dietary recommendations to support your body’s transition back to regular eating habits.

To sustain the benefits of Panchakarma, we encourage incorporating Ayurvedic principles into your daily routine, including mindful eating, regular exercise, stress management techniques, and proper self-care practices.

The frequency of Panchakarma programmes depends on individual health goals and needs. Our Ayurvedic practitioners will work with you to determine the optimal timing for repeating the programme to maintain and enhance your wellbeing.

Guests above the age of 17 are eligible to opt for programmes for 5 nights and above.